Bblvk Jewel

This episode will take an in-depth view of an interesting intersection of BBLVK St., Theatre, and Hip-Hop. Dr. Reliable Jewel brings on guest Dr. Nicole Hodges Persley. Dr. Hodges Persley is an Associate Professor of Theatre and the Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at a PWI in the midwest region. She teaches courses on Hip-hop, acting, auditioning, African American theater, critical race theory, improvisation, and transnational performance. Dr. Hodges Persley is a professional actor and director with credits in theater, film, and television. She is a member of SAG/AFTRA, AEA Equity, SDC (Stage Directors and Choreographers Society), and the NTC (National Theatre Conference). Dr. Reliable Jewel and Dr. Hodges Persley talk about early experiences that influenced the development of their careers, as well as an interesting conversation about the uniqueness of being an artist within hip-hop culture.https://www.bblvkjewel.com/Link to information for Nasir Jones Hip-Hop Fellowshiphttps://hutchinscen